Albany Local Knowledge

• Activities (2)
• Tourist Attractions (2)
• Things To Do (4)
• Sightseeing (1)
• Services (1)
• Kid's Activities (1)

Activities in Albany

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  Taste of the Bibbulmun Track

  Have you always wanted to walk the Bibbulmun Track but don't have the confidence to do it on your own? Now's your chance to do it in style. Take in the best parts of the track from Denmark to Walpole and Denmark to Albany.
   
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  West Cape Howe 4WD Tour

  Our extraordinary eco-tour will take you on an awesome off-road journey to places that few people will ever see. Your experienced guide will take you along a 4WD-only track to see amazing granite and dolerite coastal cliffs on the southern most point of WA
   

Tourist Attractions in Albany

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  Luke Pen Walk

  An easy walk along the banks of the Kalgan River. The walk is approximately 9 kms, allow 4 hours for a round trip. The Kalgan River is one of the best Nature Reserves near Albany. A special place to see many species of native flora and fauna. Take the time to make the walk it is well worth it.
   
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  Gull Rock National Park

  Gull Rock National Park is located on the eastern coastline of Albany in the Kalgan District. Located approximately 25kms from town. Take the road to Lower King and continue out along the Nanarup Road until you come to Gull Rock Road. Turn into Gull Rock Road and enter the park via gravel roads. Great swimming and fishing beaches that look out to the islands and accross to Whale World - magic.
   

Things To Do in Albany

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  Bike Path Albany

  Pristine beach right in the middle of Albany. There is a fantastic walk or cycle path extending from Emu Point to Little Grove (20 km) that takes you through the Town of Albany
   
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  Whale world

  An excellent trip for when the weather is not so nice is Whale World. It will take up your whole day so do not go too late. On the way back if you finish earlier then visit the blow holes, the gap and the natural bridge for which Albany is famous.
   
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  The Forts

  Albany played an important part in World War Two. Visit the forts on Mt Clarence to see some history of the first and second world wars. This is ideal for the whole family with the kids being allowed to play on the guns. There is one entry fee of just $10 for the whole family. Worth half day visit.
   
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  Prongerups

  Located off Chester Pass Road it is about 25 km from Albany. There are fantastic scenic locations with views of the plains to the Coast or to the Stirling Ranges. There are several wineries in this location. For a great scenic drive taking in a number of wineries travel from Albany to Castle Rock (in the Prongerups) to Mt Barker, then visit Wignalls in Mt Barker Town, then to Fox River/Goundry's on the Albany Highway before travelling to some other wineries just outside of Mt Barker along the Albany Highway.
   

Sightseeing in Albany

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  Two Peoples Bay

  Located about 25 kilometres from Albany it is worth the drive. Shown in this picture is little beach. At the end of little beach there you can follow another track to a very seculded beach where you will probably find - well no one! Two peoples bay has a visitors centre and is worth spending a day. Especially if the weather is nice.
   

Services in Albany

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  Albany Attractions & Dining Out

  A collection of places & things to do in Albany that we have gathered. http://www.baysidemiddleton.com.au/attractions.php
   

Kid's Activities in Albany

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  Emu Point

  Emu Point has BBQ facilities. It is a excellent swimming location for any Children. There is a great little coffee shop as well as a resturant. Worth spending a day. Great fishing in the chanel leading to Oyster Harbour.